Description
Banana bread is a moist, flavorful, and versatile treat made with ripe bananas and a few pantry staples. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this classic recipe delivers a soft and tender loaf every time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup (80g) plain yogurt or sour cream
- 2 cups (460g) mashed ripe bananas (about 4 bananas)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 3/4 cup (100g) chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in yogurt, mashed bananas, and vanilla.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Fold in nuts, if using.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum flavor.
- Customize with mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit.
- To test doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
- Category: Baking, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
